The Legends of the Birds

Gloria Bancroft Near the beginning of time there existed a magical bird known as the firebird. With its burning red, orange, yellow plumage and glowing feathers this bird spent its entire life aflame. In its quest for a land of heat and flame Firebird journeyed many miles to the south. The snowbird in ancient times…

Ca-ma-ra-der-ie

Barb Jorgensen Definition: A spirit of trust and goodwill among people closely associated in an activity or endeavor. That is exactly what defines the Cottonwood Tennis Club. Tennis is more than just a sport here; it is a catalyst for building relationships and fostering team spirit through frequent social events. And believe us, we have…

Savvy Travelers Club to Meet

Jeanette Rajamaki May 14, 6:30 p.m., Oakwood Country Club Ballroom. Join us in May—Celebrity Cruises. Note location change for May meeting and presentation. Tiffany Freitas, our Arizona district manager for Celebrity, will host a special presentation on all things Celebrity. The new ships with retreats and fabulous entertainment! Bookings are open through 2028 on Celebrity…

Ironwood Golf Championship

Richard Staszewski The Ironwood Club Championship was played over three rounds. The championship had three categories: Overall club championship contested from the blue tees along with super senior age 75 plus and super senior age 80 plus. 2026 Club Champion 1st Kevin Koznick, Runner up Will Hooke. Super senior age 75 plus: 1st Doug Stodgel,…

Sun Lakes Jeep Owners Explore the Desert

Jim Carlson The Jeep owners from Sun Lakes continue to explore the area. April rides/events included taking Forest Road 1356 from north of Apache Junction to Hwy 88 towards Tortilla Flats. Other rides included Bulldog Canyon, Box Canyon, Axel Alley Loop, Mineral Mtn Rd, Ajax Mine Rd and others. Some of us went to the…

OWL Organization Keeps Busy with Ongoing Fundraising

Terrie Veltrie The Ocotillo Women’s League always has a fundraising project in the works, and that’s a big part of this social-service organization. A team from the OWL community service group recently volunteered at the Colton Cowell Foundation, participating in their Super Hero experience with families of disabled or terminally ill children. In March, OWL…